1999 Audi R8R vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8R | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
